Altoids Tin Garden

Everyone seems to be putting their DIY projects into Altoids tins and other candy containers. I’ve been collecting these small containers for a while but didn’t have a use for them until now. The Altoids Garden.

These tiny succulents cuttings and small herbs seem to be thriving in organic potting soil. I water them a few times a day.

A single cutting in organic soil covered with black stones. A tiny bonsai in a promotional CD case. They will likely stay small with such a small volume of soil. They should be misted a few times a day but don’t overwater. A light covering of stones will help keep the soil moist. Perfect for the office.

I really know very little about plants. However, all of these small succulents are native to Northern CA and are very hearty. I plucked them out of my yard like weeds. They require minimal care and watering. The Banzai were chosen based on small size. I have one that is a Pine, and a few others I don’t know. I also grew cat grass and other sprouting seeds. The only plant that didn’t last long were the herbs, because they need to grow – the succulents and Banzai are content to remain small.

I am just wondering if you could post a list of plants you planted as I am not too experianced in identifying plants, but I would love to have this in my office! Specifically what kind of “bonsai” is that and where did you get the plant? Thanks!

I really know very little about plants. However, all of these small succulents are native to Northern CA and are very hearty. I plucked them out of my yard like weeds. They require minimal care and watering. The Banzai were chosen based on small size. I have one that is a Pine, and a few others I don’t know. I also grew cat grass and other sprouting seeds. The only plant that didn’t last long were the herbs, because I thin they needed to grow to live.

The herbs didn’t survive because they have short, finite life cycles. Cilantro, for example, has a lifespan of 6 weeks from sprout to wither. Basil only has a 2-month lifespan. So you can make her gardens in tins, but be prepared to harvest and replant.

I’m with Caleb,can you give us the names of the plants you used? A green thumb I am not,but how you described the mainenance of these plants I think I might even be able to grow them. I would love to have 1 or 2 in my office.